Top Things to do in Akureyri
Top 9 Nature & Parks in Akureyri, Northeast Region
Discover the best top things to do in Akureyri, Iceland including Knarrarberg - Yoga & Spa, Godafoss, Arctic Botanical Gardens (Lystigardurinn), Hlidarfjall Akureyri, Akureyri Botanical Gardens, Estuary of the river Eyjafjardara, Petting Zoo Daladyrd, Lystigardur Akureyrar, Glerardalur Valley.
Restaurants in Akureyri
1. Knarrarberg - Yoga & Spa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Knarrarberg Yoga & SPA is the ideal location to enjoy relaxation in stunning nature and peace. A lot of privacy awaits you in this comfy SPA. A big jacuzzi, Finnish Sauna and a relaxation hall with swinging SPA lounges tops your experience. Above all, high quality body treatments (Ayurvedic, La Stone, Raindrop and more can be booked. Furthermore, a superb yoga hall is available to be let.
Reviewed By lemenar - Ottawa, Canada
This spa offers a wellness experience that feautures yoga, massage therapy, a Finnish sauna, a hot tub overlook the fjord and for the more adventurous, warmer weather sled dog scootering or sled dogging when winter and snow arrives. The owners are incredibly passionate about wellness and offering a true Icelandic experience.
2. Godafoss
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,877 reviews
Reviewed By GC404 - Anchorage, United States
One of Iceland’s largest falls, Godafoss has an important role in the country’s history... the trails and parking areas have been newly constructed, and access is easy (right off the Ring Road east of Akureyri) which makes it very popular with visitors. There’s a convenience store/gas station plus restaurant nearby too. Enjoy!
3. Arctic Botanical Gardens (Lystigardurinn)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 830 reviews
Reviewed By travelwithcarlo - London, United Kingdom
One of the most peaceful & beautiful places to visit in the city. We came in June & the amount of flora was unbelievable some of the plant life here is breathtaking. The smell of fresh flowers & sounds of bird life will make you want to stay for hours especially considering they have a beautifully designed cafe in the centre.
4. Hlidarfjall Akureyri
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Akureyris' ski resort is situated just 5 km outside of the town, it is a very unique area. The elevation of the site goes from 500 m to 1000 m above sea level and so there is plenty of opportunity for good skiing during the winter months. Since 2006 Hliðarfjall has had a number of snow making machines installed which extendes and improves snow conditions on the slopes. The longest trail is more than 2.5 km. It is equipped with 7 ski lifts and 23 alpine slopes. All of the main runs are floodlit, allowing evening skiing. Lifts open at 13:00 on weekdays until 19:00; at weekends and holdays lifts are open from 10:00 to 16:00. Our ski rental has complete range of equipment for alpine, telemark, snowboard and cross country skiing. We also have snowblades and sledges. Ski and snowboard lessons for both children and adults, are available at the ski centre daily. Please book in advance. Cross country tracks for all levels of skiers. 3,5 km. of the cross country trails are flood lighted until 10pm which is groomed daily. Many other trails are available depending on the conditions. There are two cafeterias at the ski resort. Both serving hot/cold drinks, a selection of hot/cold food, home cooked soups and confectionary. Hlíðarfjall is on instagram! /hlidarfjall
Reviewed By Seeyounextfall - Reykjavik, Iceland
While we decided to go skiing on a day with not so great conditions we still thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We bought lift tickets for 2 hours at 3,400 isk plus 1,000 isk for the actual pass card (you get 500 isk back if you hand it in after the session). We also rented all the gear for about 5,500 isk including skis, shoes, poles and a helmet. On the slopes there was one lift from the bottom that was free, so you could ski essentially for free if you wanted (although this was a pretty short run). My friend who was snowboarding and myself on skis we are both beginners and so doing the toe lift was a bit daunting. However, the lift operator was more than willing to help and give us tips and tricks on how to use it. It made me feel very comfortable, safe and not silly. The wind was brutal on the day we went so going up on the chair lift was a different matter it was like going through a blizzard. Apart from that the slope was good quite well lit apart from one little section we went down. Unfortunately because of the wine a lot of the top layer of nice powdery snow was blown away and the underneath was a bit icy so there was patches you needed to watch for.
5. Akureyri Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By Anna-Ice - Reykjavik, Iceland
The Akureyri botanical gardens are extremely well kept and I thoroughly enjoy walking through them, getting ideas for my own garden. These gardens are special, particularly for those of us who think that only a few species can survive in the Icelandic environment.
6. Estuary of the river Eyjafjardara
7. Petting Zoo Daladyrd
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 10 reviews
Daladyrd is a petting Zoo in North Iceland. Only about 25 min. drive from Akureyri, the capital of the North. A wonderland where you can collect new memories for all your family. Meet the common farm animals, the horses, sheeps, the cows, hens and pigs. But also goats, rabbits, kittens and dogs. We add new animals and facilities all the time and Daladyrd is open all year around.
Reviewed By 266francescof
This place is out of the way but if you are you going in that direction and you love animals then you have to stop especially if you have kids. We love animals! Although this place is very tiny and you can probably see the whole thing 10-15 minutes, you get to experience interacting with rabbits, sheep, goats, cats, roosters, and a few other animals.
8. Lystigardur Akureyrar
9. Glerardalur Valley
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